Sugar-free candy for diabetics...
I'm sure that most everyone has either seen them in Walgreens, CVS and the like or at least knows of them...the Hershey bars, Reese's PB Cups, etc. that are sugar-free and marketed specifically to those who are diabetic...CVS stocks it with the rest of the regular assortment and Walgreens stocks most of it in a diabetics products section...(a type of segregation?)...
Anyone here ever "indulge", so to speak?
If so, would they be recommended for the occasional sweet tooth?
Anyone here ever "indulge", so to speak?
If so, would they be recommended for the occasional sweet tooth?
Weight at Heaviest: 320 lbs.
Weight at Surgery: 283.6 lbs.
Everyone is entitled to my opinion...
Weight at Surgery: 283.6 lbs.
Everyone is entitled to my opinion...
I do, in small amounts. But I can tolerate small amounts of candy with sugar, too. I mean, one or two Hershey kisses is not going to have that much sugar.
The sugar alcohols in sugar free candy bother some people, and the calories still add up and of course they don't have any nutrients. But I don't see the harm in an occasional treat.
The sugar alcohols in sugar free candy bother some people, and the calories still add up and of course they don't have any nutrients. But I don't see the harm in an occasional treat.
Kelly
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I totally agree with Kelly that having a piece of candy/chocolate on occassion is not a big issue.
I don't totally understand why some think that since you have this surgery you will never be able to eat anything that you once did. You can eat anything you wish, just not the same amounts. Everyone falls off the wagon from time to time, that goes for the occassional potatoe chip, pretzel, or piece of bread. You are NOT going to hell, You are NOT going to gain 20 pounds.
This is a life style change, not a diet.
I don't totally understand why some think that since you have this surgery you will never be able to eat anything that you once did. You can eat anything you wish, just not the same amounts. Everyone falls off the wagon from time to time, that goes for the occassional potatoe chip, pretzel, or piece of bread. You are NOT going to hell, You are NOT going to gain 20 pounds.
This is a life style change, not a diet.
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Highest weight 285, day of surgery 265, current weight 209, and holding steady.
Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Highest weight 285, day of surgery 265, current weight 209, and holding steady.
Some people have trouble eating some things in moderation, though. That's why I do not buy crackers. Of course a few crackers will not make me gain weight. But half the box, in one day? Not a good idea. And I seem unable to limit myself to just a few.
Kelly
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That's me and pasta. I have to be SUPER careful about pasta if I order it when I dine out, and I can't make it at home at all. It's a massive trigger food (of which I don't have many, I've found), and I can't eat it in moderation. I'll make myself incredibly sick.
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Highest weight: 269. Surgery weight: 233. Goal weight: 144, and then we'll see..
I don't disagree with the content of most of your response...but it seems to assume a great deal in re: to my state of mind...I'm barely 5 to 6 weeks post op and I'd prefer to be cautious in re: the foods that I introduce back into my system...I'm also keeping vigilant in re: foods that can enable reverting back to harmful eating habits...if such an approach on my part is frustrating to your nature, feel free to refrain from responding...
Finally, going forward, please omit references to heaven or hell as you have no idea as to whether or not I believe in such mythology...
Finally, going forward, please omit references to heaven or hell as you have no idea as to whether or not I believe in such mythology...
Weight at Heaviest: 320 lbs.
Weight at Surgery: 283.6 lbs.
Everyone is entitled to my opinion...
Weight at Surgery: 283.6 lbs.
Everyone is entitled to my opinion...
Oh sorry,of course I couldn't see it.On your topic I agree with Kelly.I have a long history of over indulging which got me to where I am today,so for now I will need to completely stay away from those foods.mine are crunchy salty,not sweets.Still in my prayers.How do posts get blocked?And what is the criteria?
This makes me giggle - I just posted on my blog HERE about my very first piece of Sugar Free Chocolate since surgery. Thank goodness I have never been a huge sweet eater - I feel for those who are, but my piece of chocolate was delish and I was surprised.
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